Non-governmental Organisation (NGO), Spell Africa International, has awarded scholarship funds to six outstanding schoolchildren following the successful conclusion of its Spelling Leaders Competition.
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The competition commenced with preliminary rounds across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones, covering 36 states and featuring Primary and Secondary categories. The National Finals/Grand Finale was held at Bloffville School, Ikorodu, Lagos State, bringing together some of the brightest young spellers from across the country.

‎‎After a keenly contested competition, six exceptional students emerged as winners in their respective categories.

For the secondary category, Jimoh Jesutofunmi won the competition, and Omotayo Yewande was first runner-up, both of Model Secondary School, Ondo State. Ekewigwe Chimamanda of Ebelechukwu International Group of Schools, Anambra State, was second runner-up.

‎For the primary category, Greatness Godwin of Treasured Heritage School, Ekiti State, won the competition, with Okwu Okenye Chukwuemelie of St. Albert the Great School, Anambra State, as first runner-up and Morike Adigun of Treasured Heritage School, Ekiti State, as second runner-up.

‎Founder, Spell Africa International, Gift Akwejevu, congratulated the winners and encouraged them to remain committed to learning and personal development.
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“To our brilliant winners, remember that every word you mastered is more than just a spelling; it is a building block of knowledge, confidence, and possibility. Keep reading, keep learning, and keep believing in the power of your dreams. This is just the beginning of the many stages you will one day conquer,” the founder said.

According to her, the scholarship awards represent Spell Africa International’s commitment to encouraging academic excellence, supporting young learners andcreating opportunities for children to achieve their educational aspirations. Beyond the awards, the competition promoted vocabulary development, confidence, discipline and a passion for reading among participants.

The competition reinforced the importance of investing in children’s education and nurturing young talents.